Ayurvedic medicine originated within the ancient Vedic tradition of India and includes a system of herbalism similar to traditional Chinese medicine. Ayurveda focuses on preventing disease through a deeper connection between mind and body. According to the Ayurvedic perspective, being "healthy" is more than the absence of disease - it is a state of "total health," a radiant state of increased vigor, energy, and balance. The better the balance, the greater your health.